Who is Kirara Asuka? Know all about former Japanese AV actress' link to THE BOYZ's Ju Haknyeon

Japanese influencer Kirara Asuka is currently going viral for her association with THE BOYZ member Ju Haknyeon. Read to know about her.

Updated on Jun 18, 2025  |  06:00 PM IST |  373K
Kirara Asuka, Ju Haknyeon: courtesy of THE BOYZ's Instagram, Kirara Asuka's Instagram
Kirara Asuka, Ju Haknyeon: courtesy of THE BOYZ's Instagram, Kirara Asuka's Instagram

Kirara Asuka, a Japanese model and former adult video actress, has been at the center of a viral controversy due to her alleged connection with Ju Haknyeon, a member of the K-pop boy band THE BOYZ. Following the exposure of a secret meeting between the two, Ju Haknyeon's agency terminated his contract, leading to his removal from the group. Let's take a closer look at the controversy's origin, starting with Kirara Asuka's life and career.

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Life and career of Kirara Asuka

Kirara Asuka is a Japanese model and former p*rnstar, born on October 2, 1988, in Tokyo. She debuted in the adult video (AV) industry in 2007 and transitioned to a different career role in 2020. She has since left her past behind and is currently active as an influencer in Japan, as reported by media outlet Arama Japan.

She also appeared in mainstream media, including Ultraman Ginga (2013), Ultraman Ginga: Theater Special (2013), and Ultraman Ginga: Theater Special Ultra Monster Hero Battle Royal! (2014).

How did Kirara Asuka get linked up with Ju Haknyeon?

As reported by News1 Korea on June 18, Ju Haknyeon allegedly met with Kirara Asuka at a private bar in Tokyo's Roppongi district in late May. The article revealed that THE BOYZ member visited the bar on the night of May 29 with a group of acquaintances.

Japanese outlet Shukan Bunshun obtained photos showing Ju Haknyeon and Kirara Asuka in close proximity, displaying skinship, including hugging. The images also captured the model resting her chin on the boy band member's shoulder, sparking controversy.

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Are Ju Haknyeon and Kirara Asuka dating?

Even though the pictures convey a sense of familiarity between the two, they don't confirm that they are dating. None of them presented any statement regarding the same. However, Ju Haknyeon's agency, ONE HUNDRED, shared their decision not to accept him as part of the group anymore, for the sake of the other members.

Notably, Kirara Asuka was already known to be dating an intellectually disabled YouTuber, who is 12 years younger than her. As reported by Japan's L Magazine, she made her first public appearance with her boyfriend, Hirok (real name Hirokawa Ryu), when they hit the runway for the Kansai Collection held last year at Osaka's Kyocera Dome.

ALSO READ: Ju Haknyeon exits THE BOYZ after terminating contract with agency amid dating controversies, group to continue as 10-piece

Credits: THE BOYZ's Instagram, Kirara Asuka's Instagram, News1 Korea, Arama Japan, L Magazine
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